There’s something so charming and nostalgic about a woven heart design. This project is inspired by the Scandinavian woven fabric hearts I used to make years ago—but this time, we’re swapping fabric for paper! The same cozy, handmade feel is still there, but with a fun cardmaking twist that lets Designer Series Paper take center […]
Center Panel Z-Fold Card – The Easy Fun Fold Every Card Maker Needs!
We’re making one of those fun fold cards that I think every card maker needs in their collection. It’s simple, quick to make, and works for just about any occasion. Just a couple of folds and some pretty paper, and suddenly you have a card that feels a little extra special without a lot of […]
Easy Weaving + Pretty Paper = Cardmaking Fun
Paper weaving is one of those techniques that brings back instant memories of grade school projects—but it turns out it makes beautiful handmade cards too. Using simple strips of patterned paper, you can create woven backgrounds that add texture, color, and interest without needing complicated tools or techniques. What I love most about this idea […]
Easy Trifold Card in Minutes! Use Up Your Designer Series Paper
Fun fold cards are always a favorite because they add a little something extra while still being simple to make, and this tri-fold design is such a great one to keep in your card-making rotation. What I especially love about this card is how efficient it is for using up Designer Series Paper. This design […]
Make this Easy Fun Fold Card with Pocket
Fun fold cards are always a great way to add a little extra surprise to your cardmaking, and this pocket-style design is both pretty and practical! I love creating cards that are a little different from the traditional fold, especially when they have an interactive element that makes them feel extra special. This card features […]
Fast, Beautiful Cards That Start with the Pretty Papers!
It’s always nice to have a go-to layout you can pull out when you want to make a card but don’t want to overthink it. This is one of those designs—quick, simple, and perfect for using what you already have on hand. One simple layout, a little Designer Series Paper, and just enough to make […]
Easy Way to Make Faux Fractured Cards or Faux Shutter Cards featuring 2026-2028 In Colors!
Fractured cards—sometimes also called faux shutter cards —are such a fun way to create something that looks intricate but is actually surprisingly simple to put together. I love how this technique breaks up your Designer Series Paper into sections, creating lots of visual interest while still keeping a clean, structured design. This style is perfect […]
3 Easy Pocket Cards—And One You Didn’t Expect!
There’s something extra special about a card that holds a little surprise inside. Today I’m sharing three easy ways to make pocket cards—and once you try these, I think you’ll find yourself coming back to them again and again. Each one starts with a simple idea, but just a small change in how you fold […]